11 Multiple Sclerosis Organizations You Should Know About
1. National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS)
This non-profit organization was formed by passionate volunteers who wanted to change the scenario for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) and ultimately contribute to making the world free of MS. With a network of chapters throughout the United States, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society helps the MS community by funding cutting-edge research, driving change through advocacy, facilitating professional education, and providing programs and services that help people with MS and their families move their lives forward.
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2. Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA)
The national, non-profit organization Multiple Sclerosis Association of America was founded in 1970 with a mission to be a “leading resource for the entire MS community, (and) improving lives today through vital services and support,” according to the MSAA. The organization provides support and services to MS patients and their loved ones through programs such as a Helpline with trained specialists, award-winning educational videos and publications, safety and mobility equipment distribution, cooling accessories for heat-sensitive individuals, and a lending library.
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3. Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (MSF)
Founded in 1986, the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation is a service-based non-profit organization based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, that works through a comprehensive approach to help MS patients improve their health and well-being. The organization offers programs and support particularly focused on helping patients be self-sufficient and safe in their homes. Simultaneously, the MSF is also focused on increasing public awareness and promoting understanding about multiple sclerosis through educational programs.
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4. Accelerated Cure Project (ACP)
This patient-founded national non-profit organization is focused on finding a cure for multiple sclerosis. To do so, ACP’s efforts focus on supporting research to accelerate scientific advances, improve diagnosis, optimize treatment and ultimately cure MS. “ACP believes that research is the only way to greatly improve the outlook for people with MS. The organization promotes scientific collaboration and accelerates research by rapidly and cost-effectively providing researchers with data and biospecimens they need to explore novel research ideas that can lead to better care for people with MS,” according to ACP.
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5. Myelin Repair Foundation
The Myelin Repair Foundation was created in 2004 with the specific purpose of demonstrating myelin repair for MS, which the organization considers “a new and comprehensive model for medical research and drug development that significantly shortens the time to market for new medicines for all diseases.” From its beginning, the Myelin Repair Foundation funded basic research in the field, which led to the identification of more than 100 novel potential myelin repair treatment targets and the discovery of multiple new research tools, while it has raised about $60 million to support its myelin repair research program.
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6. Multiple Sclerosis International Federation
The Multiple Sclerosis International Federation is not exactly an organization — it is a global network of organizations focused on fighting multiple sclerosis. The federation has 47 worldwide organizations as members and has established partnerships with several others. Together, members of the the MS International Federation aim to strengthen individual efforts, campaign for MS awareness, provide information, support international research, and improve the lives of MS patients in more than 105 countries.
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7. American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association
While not focused solely on multiple sclerosis, the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association can help MS patients because it works to eradicate all autoimmune diseases and alleviate their socioeconomic impact. The national non-profit health agency is dedicated to raising national attention to autoimmune diseases while fostering and accelerating collaborations in the fields of education, public awareness, research, and patient services in an effective, ethical, and efficient manner.
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8. National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
Suffering from a rare disease for which there is no cure may be lonely sometimes, but the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) works to unify the voices of individuals with these conditions and their families and caregivers so that no one has to fight alone. “For more than 30 years, we have been providing services for patients and their families, rare disease patient organizations, medical professionals, and those seeking to develop new diagnostics and treatments. We are here to support every member of the rare disease community with programs and services focused on one ultimate goal: to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by rare diseases,” according to the organization.
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9. American Association of People with Disabilities
Losing the ability to walk is one of the problems associated with multiple sclerosis. The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) can help patients cope with the problem. The AAPD works for change and increased political and economic power for people with disabilities. “Disability is a natural part of the human experience that influences all of us. As a connector, AAPD is a bridge that joins the disability community with our friends, adversaries, family, businesses, schools, and the community at large, amplifying a powerful voice for change,” according to the AAPD.
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10. American Disability Association
The American Disability Association (ADA) aims to meet the information needs of all Americans with disabilities and to promote awareness of disability culture by building understanding among all people, and enhancing its collective quality of life and access to freedom. The organization works by identifying problems and strengths in individual communities and interconnecting communities. It encourages free sharing of information and resources, and establishing partnerships.
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11. Disabled Peoples’ International (DPI)
Disabled Peoples International (DPI) describes itself as “a human rights organization committed to the protection of the rights of people with disabilities and the promotion of their full and equal participation in society.” The organization was created in 1981 and it works by representing disabled people in more than 130 countries through active membership of national organizations.
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